The Amaethean Apparatus

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The Amaethean Apparatus

Established the 12th of The Deep Cold, Y.110

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Article I: The Apparatus

1.1. Head of State

The sovereign of the Princedom of Amaethea, a scion of the Sylvaen Everflame. They wield absolute authority in governing the state and populace.

a) To signify one as the Head of State, the title shall be High Prince or Princess.

-Ex: High Prince Acanthus

-Abv: HPA Acanthus

b) When addressing in formal settings, the Head of State should be referred to as His Royal Highness.

-Ex: His Royal Highness, High Prince Acanthus

1.2. Crown Council

One of the bicameral governing councils, composed of the following members.

 

The Lord Steward; responsible for handling the affairs of housing and taxes, appointed by the sovereign.

The Lord Commander; responsible for military mobilization, appointed by the sovereign.

The Lord Exarch; a representative of the judiciary, appointed by the sovereign.

a) A member of the Crown Council should be referred to as a Lord or Lady.

-Ex: Lady Idril Sylvaeri

1.3. Domestic Council

One of the bicameral governing councils, comprised of the following members:

 

The Citizen’s Warden; deputy steward of Amaethea, appointed by the Lord Steward.

The High Priest(ess); a representative of the Wild Faith, elected by the priesthood.

The Seasonal Raithean; a representative of the Father Circle, elected by the druidic order.

1.4. Omentahu

A mechanism in which the attending populace may question the Government and vote on legislative decisions. Managed and overseen by its chair, appointed by the Head of State.

1.5. Prince-Heir

One chosen to be the next ruler of Amaethea. In the untimely death of the Head of State, the Prince-Heir may legally ascend to the throne.

a) The Prince-Heir may;

i) Stylize themselves as a legally recognized Prince or Princess of Elvenesse, under the style of lordship.

ii) With the blessing of the Head of State, conduct diplomatic proceedings.

iii) With the blessing of the Head of State, host court and call Omenhatu.

b) The Prince-Heir title may be transferred or revoked by the Head of State at any time if deemed necessary.

i) If done in a last will or testament, it must be without coercion, and officiated with signature.

 

Article II: Governance

2.1. Legislation & Amendments

Proposed legislation or amendments to the law are to be discussed and scrutinized by the bicameral councils in joint session. A majority vote in favor is required for the proposal to be passed as an Act of Government.

2.2 Royal Assent

Any Act of Government must first receive royal assent before it officially passes into law, else it shall not be considered legitimate.

2.3. Royal Decree

The Head of State maintains the right to pass a piece of legislation or an amendment into law by decree.

 

Article III: Checks & Balances

3.1 Separation of Powers

Each councillor presides over a specific area of expertise and delegated responsibilities. To administer beyond this sphere of influence without royal authorization is to be considered an illegitimate exercise of authority.

3.2 Impeachment

A process by which the bicameral councils, in joint session, press charges against a government official. Said process is to be exercised as follows.

a) A councillor may move to impeach an official, presenting both the charges and sufficient  evidence to the chamber.

b) Following a statement from both the accusing and accused parties, the joint session will decide by majority vote on whether or not to proceed with the impeachment process. The accused party will be suspended from voting.

c) Should a majority vote in favor pass, the proceedings shall be brought before the Head of State, who shall act as the judge. The accused party is entitled to due process.

d) If determined guilty of the presented charges, said official shall henceforth be stripped of their position, authority and associated titles. They will not be permitted to sit within the government again without a royal pardon.

3.3 Council Reshuffles

The sovereign maintains the right to reshuffle appointed positions on the bicameral councils. Elected officials are to be installed at the discretion of their respective organizations, although they may still be removed from office on sufficient grounds (illegal activities, etc.).

 

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Uell ito Maruthiran,

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Acanthus Onar Taliame’onn Daesmon Silma Vuln’muriel, The IV High Prince of Elvendom, High Prince of Amaethea

 

Evgenija Larian, Exarch of Amaethea